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title: "ESA Test Fuel Pellet"
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# ESA Test Fuel Pellet

Buyer: NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-dbd9199c-0db8-4e2e-85e4-7a1665da467d

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## Summary

The National Nuclear Laboratory Limited has awarded a contract for the provision of research and experimental development services under the title "ESA Test Fuel Pellet." This procurement opportunity falls under the CPV category of 73100000 and is located in Seascale, England (postal code: CA201PG). The procurement method used was a Direct Award with a contract value of £39,493.75. The procurement process started with the tender opening on March 15, 2024, and the contract period is from March 31, 2024, to September 30, 2024, with the tender period ending on March 30, 2024.

This tender awarded to the University of Lancaster presents an opportunity for businesses specialized in research and experimental development services. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) may find this tender particularly suitable for their expertise. Businesses looking to engage with the National Nuclear Laboratory in the field of U/Ce oxide materials and reactor assessment should consider this opportunity as it aligns with their services and capabilities. For further details, Stacey O'Driscoll from the National Nuclear Laboratory Limited can be contacted at stacey.o'driscoll@uknnl.com.

## Notice

The objective of this work package is to assess of the homogeneity of the U/Ce oxalate product * Using an overflow type reactor and compare to reverse strike * Consider the effect of temperature on the particle size * Consider the homogeneity * Compile a report on making and analysing U/Ce oxide materials from oxalate coprecipitation Should you wish to contact NNL, please email nnl.procurement@uknnl.com quoting the procurement reference (PSS_2024_035) in the subject as well as marking for the attention of Stacey O'Driscoll

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/478a7ea7-39fb-4045-ad0b-50e1ef17b04b |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - Direct Award |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Mar 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Mar 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Mar 2024 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2024 - 30 Sep 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £39,493 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £39,493 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NATIONAL NUCLEAR LABORATORY LIMITED |
| Locality | SEASCALE |
| Post town | Carlisle |
| Postcode | CA20 1PG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD1 Cumbria |
| ITL 3 | TLD13 Cumberland |
| Local authority | Cumberland |
| Electoral ward | Gosforth |
| Westminster constituency | Whitehaven and Workington |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | UNIVERSITY OF LANCASTER |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73100000 - Research and experimental development services

## Release History

- 20 Mar 2024 at 10:20 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/478a7ea7-39fb-4045-ad0b-50e1ef17b04b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/478a7ea7-39fb-4045-ad0b-50e1ef17b04b
  20th March 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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